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Ingredients 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 2 oz. unsweetened chocolate 1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa 2 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa 2 c. sugar 3 large eggs 1 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. Maldon sea salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square metal cake pan with foil, draping the foil over the edges. Lightly butter the foil.Step 2In a large saucepan, melt the butter with the unsweetened chocolate over very low heat, stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons salt, optional2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes4 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces, optional10 small onions2 cups cranberry juice, divided1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth4 whole cloves1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon garlic powder5 medium carrots, cut into chunks5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed2 cups frozen peas, thawed Preparation In a small bowl, combine flour and salt if desired....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup reduced-fat Asian toasted sesame salad dressing, divided1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveinedLime wedges1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantroHot cooked brown rice, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon dressing over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in remaining dressing; cook, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 1-2 minutes longer. To serve, squeeze lime juice over top; sprinkle with cilantro....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons dried basil1-1/4 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined1 cup crumbled feta cheeseCrusty whole grain bread, optional Preparation In a large skillet, combine tomatoes, garlic powder and basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add shrimp; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink....

Ingredients 1 cup chicken broth1 tablespoon oyster sauce1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 cup cold waterEGG FOO YOUNG:8 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and coarsely chopped2/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms1/2 cup bean sprouts1 green onion, sliced3 tablespoons canola oil, divided8 large egg whites1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauceBlack and white sesame seeds, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the broth, oyster sauce and soy sauce. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips2 teaspoons canola oil1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips1 medium onion, quartered and thinly sliced3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup salsa or picante sauce5 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed Preparation In a nonstick skillet, brown beef over medium heat in oil; drain. Add the green pepper, onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano and pepper....

Ingredients 2 cans (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-2/3 cups water, dividedSalt and pepper to taste2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed5 tablespoons lime juice, divided 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and coarsely chopped2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup sour cream, divided 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro3 plum tomatoes, chopped3/4 cup peeled, seeded and finely chopped cucumber3/4 cup finely chopped zucchini1/4 cup finely chopped red onionCucumber slices...

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups ketchup2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup water1/2 cup Italian salad dressing2 bay leaves1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained...

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce4 teaspoons canola oil4 teaspoons lemon juice2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon garlic powder2 pounds cubed goose breast3/4 to 1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed golden mushroom soup, undiluted1-1/3 cups water1 envelope onion soup mixHot cooked mashed potatoes, noodles or rice Preparation In a large shallow dish, combine the soy sauce, oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Add goose; turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1 medium onion, chopped1/3 cup white vinegar3 bay leaves1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/8 teaspoon garlic powder12 hamburger buns, split Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine onion, vinegar, bay leaves, salt if desired, cloves and garlic powder; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours or until the meat is very tender. Discard bay leaves....

Ingredients 3 small yellow summer squash, thinly sliced1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon salt1 cup sugar3/4 cup white vinegar3/4 teaspoon mustard seed3/4 teaspoon celery seed1/4 teaspoon ground mustard Preparation Place squash, pepper and onion in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 1 hour to drain. In a large saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon shortening1/3 cup warm waterOil for deep-fat fryingOptional: Confectioners’ sugar and honey Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a loose ball forms (dough will be crumbly). On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for 3 minutes or until smooth....

Ingredients 3 cups shredded cabbage1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup vinegar3 tablespoons vegetable oil4 teaspoons sugar1 tablespoon diced pimientos1 teaspoon grated onion1 teaspoon celery salt1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a bowl, combine cabbage and green pepper. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over cabbage mixture just before serving; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 1 teaspoon whole allspice3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons water, divided 1/2 cup white vinegar1/4 cup maple syrup1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cornstarch2 teaspoons ground mustard1 teaspoon ground turmeric3/4 teaspoon salt Preparation Place allspice on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. In a small bowl, mix 3/4 cup water, vinegar and maple syrup until blended; set aside. In a small saucepan, mix flour, cornstarch, mustard, turmeric, salt and remaining water until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) peach halves in light syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon orange juice2 cinnamon sticks (3-1/2 inches) Preparation Drain peaches, reserving juice; set the peaches aside. Pour juice into a saucepan; add brown sugar and lemon and orange juices. Bring to a boil over medium heat; add cinnamon sticks. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add peach halves; heat through. Discard cinnamon sticks. Serve warm or cold....

Ingredients 1/3 cup mayonnaise1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or cilantro3 to 4 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 cups lump crabmeat (about 10 ounces)Sliced multigrain bread, optionalLime wedges, optional Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients; gently stir in crab. If desired, spread over bread. Serve with lime wedges if desired.

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cups frozen corn, thawed1 cup salsa1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium green pepper, coarsely chopped1 small onion, coarsely chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 tablespoons chili powder1 teaspoon dried oregano2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperSour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeno pepper, optional...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter, melted, divided1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper3 large eggs1 cup whole milk2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 cup chopped onionSliced pimientos, optional Preparation Brush the bottom and sides of a 13x9-in. baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. frozen spinach, defrosted, drained, and squeezed 1/3 c. chopped canned artichoke hearts 1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided Pinch crushed red pepper flakes 4 strips bacon, cut into 4 strips 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 400°. Line a large baking sheet with foil. Make slits widthwise in chicken, being careful not to cut all the way through chicken....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1/4-inch strips2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons lime juiceHot pepper sauceFlour tortillasShredded cheddar cheese, picante sauce and sour cream, optional Preparation In a Medium or Large Ziploc® Zip ’n Steam™ Bag, combine steak, flour, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano and salt. Seal bag and shake gently to combine ingredients....